–Palash Muchhal and Smriti Mandhana: Indian cricketer Smriti Mandanna and music composer Palash Muchal’s engagement reportedly ended on a dramatic note which drew widespread attention online. The couple had posted all the dreamy clips and pictures of their proposal and their wedding which was scheduled to take place on November 23 in Maharashtra. But Smriti and Palash called off their wedding due to serious health issues in the family. While the cheating rumors were widely circulated, Muchhal dismissed the controversial statements on social media. Eventually, the duo officially announced that their wedding had been called off, choosing not to disclose the reasons behind their separation.
–Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin: Coldplay lead singer Chris Martin and Hollywood star Dakota Johnson ended their 8-year-old relationship in 2025, giving a big heartbreak to their fans. The sources revealed that Chris and Dakota were secretly engaged, but were not in a rush to get married, according to People. While they had ups and downs previously in the relationship, the two stuck together until calling it off after eight years. Meanwhile, Chris Martin made headlines after the rumors of him dating Sophie Turner charted, while Johnson is ‘slowly dating’ and keeping a focus on her career.
–Dhanashree Verma and Yuzvendra Chahal: Dhanashree and Yuzvendra became the subject of intense public discussion at the start of 2025, as rumours of their separation set social media abuzz. The couple officially filed for divorce in February 2025 at the Bandra family court after reportedly living apart for several months, leaving fans shocked. Yuzvendra and Dhanashree got married in an intimate ceremony in December 2020. However, just two years after the marriage, the two started living separately and opened up about their troubled relationship earlier this year. As speculation and allegations of extra-marital affairs surfaced, the duo finalised their divorce the in March 2025. A few months later, both addressed the breakdown of their marriage in separate podcast appearances, sharing their respective perspectives and shedding light on the issues that led to the split.
–Tamannaah Bhatia and Vijay Varma: Once considered one of the most loved couples in the entertainment industry, Tamannaah Bhatia and Vijay Verma reportedly parted ways in early 2025. The duo dated for nearly two years. After collaborating on a film, Tamannaah and Vijay reportedly grew closer at the wrap party and began dating in 2023. Despite their eventual separation, reports suggest they have remained on cordial terms and are choosing to prioritise their respective careers. In an interview with NDTV, Bhatia shared that she aspires to be a life partner who makes the other person feel truly blessed to have her in their life.
–Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom: Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom’s break-up was one of the year’s most unexpected among Hollywood breakups. The couple reportedly broke up in 2025 after nine years of dating and the birth of their daughter Daisy. The pop star became emotional during the Australian leg of her tour in June 2025 after Orlando Bloom—her long-time partner and the father of her daughter—ended their relationship after nine years together and an engagement that happened in the year 2019. While Bloom drew media and public attention with his appearance at Jeff Bezos’ wedding in Italy, Perry reportedly moved on and began dating former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
–Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck: The divorce of Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, once one of the most adored couples of Hollywood, finalised their divorce in the early 2025. On Tuesday, Aug. 20, Lopez, 55, filed for divorce from Affleck, 52, more than two years after the couple married in July 2022, according to People. Lopez and Affleck famously rekindled their romance in 2021, more than 17 years after they initially were engaged and postponed a planned September 2003 wedding. The pair officially broke up for the first time in January 2004 and remained friendly in the decade-plus between.
–Celina Jaitly and Peter Haag: In 2025, Bollywood actress Celina Jaitly officially announced her separation from husband Peter Haag, ending their 15-year marriage. In November, Celina Jaitly filed for divorce in a Mumbai court, citing domestic violence allegations. Celina Jaitly filed for divorce from Peter Haag earlier this year in a local court, alleging that she was subjected to physical, sexual, emotional, and verbal abuse. Citing provisions of the Domestic Violence Act, she accused her husband of domestic violence, cruelty, and manipulation, according to The Hindu. In her plea, Jaitly also claimed that Haag restricted her from pursuing her professional work. “The respondent [Mr. Haag] is a narcissistic, self-absorbed individual. He has a short temper and alcoholic tendencies, which have consistently caused the applicant [Ms. Jaitly] stress,” the plea said.
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–Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban: In October, Hollywood actress Nicole Kidman reportedly filed for divorce from her husband Keith Urban after 19 years of marriage. The couple, who married in 2006, has two teenage daughters. After two decades together, the couple decided to part ways, with the actress filing for divorce in a Tennessee court just days later. The reason cited for the separation was irreconcilable differences. The unexpected development quickly ignited widespread online speculation, with netizens debating possible affairs and questioning how assets would be divided once the divorce received legal approval.
–Nina Dobrev and Shaun White: Nina Dobrev and Shaun White had delighted fans with their fairytale engagement in October last year. However, after nearly a year of being engaged, the couple parted ways following a five-year relationship that began in 2019. Rumours of their split surfaced when Dobrev was seen without her engagement ring at the Toronto International Film Festival and reportedly removed photos of White from her Instagram. Soon after, sources confirmed to People that the breakup was mutual, though emotionally difficult for both.
–Lataa Saberwal and Sanjeev Seth: ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’ actors Lataa Saber Wal and Sanjeev Seth confirmed their separation in 2025 after 16 years of marriage. Lataa and Sanjeev met on the sets of the show and got married in 2009. They have a son, Aarav Seth. This is Sanjeev’s second marriage, he was earlier married to actor Resham Tipnis from 1993 to 2004. He has two children from that relationship, a son Aarav and a daughter Rishika.
–Rahul Deshpande and Neha: National Award–winning singer and actor Rahul Deshpande revealed that he and his wife Neha have legally parted ways after 17 years of marriage. Their separation was finalized in September 2024, and he emphasized that their priority remains co-parenting their daughter Renuka with mutual respect. The couple married in 2008 then formally separated after 17 years together. They are still devoted to co-parenting their daughter, Renuka.
Meera Vasudevan & Vipin Puthiyankam: Meera, who predominantly works in Malayalam films, shocked fans by ending her third marriage. This marked the end of her one-year marriage to cinematographer Vipin Puthiyankam. The actress took to social media to make a direct and heartfelt statement, clarifying her relationship status after months of silence. Meera and Vipin tied the knot in May last year in Coimbatore.
(With TOI inputs)
